HARDSHELL

Etymology

Adjective

hardshell

having a tough outer shell

(figuratively) rigid or uncompromising in principles, especially in religion or politics.

Though it was a commonly held opinion, now only hardshell Baptists oppose dancing.

Source: Wiktionary


Hard"-shell`, a.

Definition: Unyielding; insensible to argument; uncompromising; strict. [Collog., U.S.]

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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